Olympus recalls EVIS EXERA II bronchovideoscopes (models BF-1T180, BF-1TQ180, BF-P180) due to risk of endobronchial combustion during high-frequency cauterization with oxygen.
There is a risk of endobronchial combustion if high-frequency cauterization is performed while supplying oxygen [and/or] the electrode section of the electrosurgical accessory is too close to the distal end of the endoscope.
Olympus is recalling specific bronchovideoscopes that could cause endobronchial combustion if used with high-frequency cauterization while oxygen is supplied. This hazard could lead to serious injury if the electrode is too close to the endoscope tip during surgery.
The hazard occurs when the electrosurgical electrode is too close to the endoscope tip during high-frequency cauterization while oxygen is supplied. This can cause the tissue to burn, potentially leading to serious injury or death.
Surgical teams using Olympus EVIS EXERA II bronchovideoscopes with model numbers BF-1T180, BF-1TQ180, or BF-P180 are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures requiring high-frequency cauterization with oxygen may be affected.
Check for model numbers BF-1T180, BF-1TQ180, or BF-P180 on the Olympus EVIS EXERA II bronchovideoscopes. These models were sold with the UDI-DI field marked as N/A.
Identify the model number on your bronchovideoscope to confirm if it is BF-1T180, BF-1TQ180, or BF-P180.
There is a risk of endobronchial combustion if high-frequency cauterization is performed while supplying oxygen, or if the electrode section is too close to the endoscope tip.
Check for model numbers BF-1T180, BF-1TQ180, or BF-P180 on the device. These models were sold with the UDI-DI field marked as N/A.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Olympus directly for guidance on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0191-2024 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0191-2024 from Olympus. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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